Wizard: This mushroom is too fierce.

After resolving the issue of experimental materials, Roland made several adjustments and summarized the experimental process over several days, writing a complete experimental process flow for enhancing the Puji.

He characterized the experiment as "adaptive reinforcement modification" and recorded it in a special notebook for future research in the same direction.

The first step is to purify the bloodline. Currently, the most suitable creature for bloodline purification is the 'Horned Lizard'. With the addition of relevant magical materials, if we calculate based on batch purification, the cost of modifying one Puji each time is approximately one magic stone.

After this process is completed, the next step is plant grafting. Small branches soaked in the bloodline-purified medicinal liquid are inserted into the body of the plant. This process takes about three days and consumes only some low-grade nutrient soil and a small amount of water.

The key is the final step: using a magic carving knife to draw spiderweb-like magic lines on their surfaces, which will give the Puji a comprehensive boost to their bodies.

This is a bit too mentally taxing.

Roland frowned slightly. Clearly, compared to these meager improvements, the cost was far too high. Not only would it consume a large amount of magic stones, but it would also consume the wizard's time and energy. Strictly speaking, this was a losing research project for most wizards.

However, Roland is different. He has the talent of a fungus master and is naturally suited to this path. His current continuous efforts are laying the foundation for becoming stronger in the future.

What is the next goal?

After only a moment's thought, Roland had the answer: "Magic!"

For most creatures in the wizarding world, the prerequisite for possessing magic is having extraordinary organs, and fungi are no exception.

Roland had tried before, but the idea of ​​transplanting superhuman organs failed because Puji's body was too weak.

Now, Roland felt it was time to restart that unfinished project.

......

The Hope family's building exterior

As soon as Killian stepped out of the family's construction room, a knight squire immediately approached him, smiling, and said, "Lord Killian, there is a secret order from the family. Lord Sane requires you to participate in the Bloodflame Arena competition and win the championship."

Sané?

Killian's expression changed slightly. This was the pillar of the Hope family, a senior first-class wizard apprentice.

"What happened?" Killian's face turned serious. Since Lord Sane had spoken, it must be an extremely important match.

The attendant leaned closer and whispered in Killian's ear, "Lord Sane has received word that the winner of this match will receive a 'Tide of Radiance' potion."

"In addition, the victor will also have the opportunity to undergo a bloodline modification surgery, which will be personally presided over by Ashius Cromwell, the master of the Bloodflame Arena and the master of the Summoning School's extraordinary cultivation of magical progenitors."

Killian's pupils widened. The Tide Radiance Potion was a mental potion that hadn't appeared in the academy for a long time. It was said to be obtained from a wizarding land that was a level higher than the South Basin. After taking it, one could greatly enhance mental strength in a short period of time.

"Which bloodline modification?" Killian asked again.

The guard and Killian exchanged a glance and said softly, "We will adopt a completely customized approach, respecting the wishes of the person being modified. At the same time, this first-ring wizard will personally adjust the compatibility of the victor to ensure a 100% fit."

What a precious opportunity this is!

In an instant, Killian thought of certain special bloodlines. His talent wasn't very good, only at the fifth level, which was inferior to those two. However, if he got this opportunity, it was entirely possible to reverse this situation.

He needed to seize this opportunity, not only for the rare potion, but also to pave a smoother path for his wizarding career.

"I understand!" Kiri composed himself and asked again, "Did Lord Sane mention anything else?"

The servant's voice was deep: "Lord Sane, we hope you will win the championship with overwhelming force in this competition. The family will do everything in its power to help you."

"Regarding your battle puppet, the family has selected the 'Asmai V-type' blueprint for you and prepared the relevant materials, which will be delivered to your residence shortly."

The ASMA V-type puppet is a combat puppet with dual earth and lightning attributes. It is a family heirloom of the Hope family and its combat power far exceeds that of standard puppets of the same level.

In an instant, Killian's mind was filled with knowledge about this puppet, and his confidence soared!

"Those two won't be participating, will they?"

The attendant immediately recognized the two men: Francis, the builder of Gale Wings, and Griffin, the builder of Golden Flame, who were the top two finishers in the Puppet House preliminary rounds.

"Probably not..." The attendant wasn't sure either. He paused and explained, "We haven't seen their names on the list of participants yet."

"Moreover, according to Lord Sane, the two of them have already left the academy and followed their teacher to the front lines of our underworld."

"I will notify you promptly if there are any changes to the relevant information."

Killian nodded, a flicker of excitement crossing his mind. With those two gone, the outcome of the match was no longer in doubt.

Killian asked again, "What's so special about that Roland Colt?"

The knight's squire handed over a list and said softly, "We have already investigated this person. He seems to have a special talent, which is said to be equivalent to a fourth-class aptitude."

"His teacher was Ashius Cromwell, but... Roland was a wizard apprentice who went in the direction of botany."

"Therefore, according to the family's internal think tank, Roland's relationship with this teacher was probably quite poor, and he couldn't offer much help."

"Otherwise, why didn't Roland follow in his teacher's footsteps and pursue the path of cultivating extraordinary magical talents?"

Killian nodded, relieved. With the Asmay V-shaped puppet combined with his control magic, he was fully confident of winning the championship in this competition.

After all, in the field of constructing puppets, a third-class wizard apprentice is naturally much stronger than wizards from other schools.

There are only so many geniuses. Killian believes that although he is only ranked tenth on the ladder, it is a prejudice of those wizard evaluation agencies against family wizards.

If judged solely on combat strength, he is confident he would be among the top three.

Back in his magic hut, Killian opened the forum again, his face darkening. Because he hadn't replied for a long time, many questioning posts had appeared under his own posts.

"That Roland Colt..." Killian clenched his fist and wrote under Roland Colt's post, "I've already signed up!"

"However... I have serious doubts about your abilities?"

"I've heard that there are over eight hundred apprentices participating in the Bloodflame Arena this time. Do you really have the ability to stand out from these people?"

"I think it's probably difficult!" Killian continued writing, "I checked your information, and it seems you're pursuing a botanical wizarding path."

"Can a third-tier wizard apprentice really be combat-ready?"

"Of course, I'm not targeting the entire school of botany; I'm only targeting you personally!"

"Your teacher, Lord Ashius Cromwell, is a powerful wizard of the Conjuration School. And you?"

A faint smile appeared on Killian's face. He had already imagined the ugly expression Roland would have after seeing his post.

"If I'm not mistaken, Lord Ashius has probably already given up on you."

"What you're doing right now is nothing but a clown trying to get attention by appearing in front of us."

"Roland Colt, I'll be waiting for you at the Bloodflame Arena. Don't just talk the talk and then be too scared to show up."